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The GMT Master · 12 July 2009, 09:57 PM

Hey all,

As some of you may know, I have an excellent relationship with my local AD, and after speaking to the MDs this weekend, they'd be willing to put on a special evening exclusively for TRF members. This would involve an after hours lock in at the AD, allowing access to models they have in stock, and they'd also be willing to bring in any other models on approval that members wanted to see. The AD in question is based in the Midlands, and is easy to get to by car, train, and even plane

If you might be interested, could you post here, and we can turn this into a real TRF get together. This an amazing opportunity, and I really hope TRF can have a good turn out.

All the best,

Chris

harvey · 13 July 2009, 12:20 AM

hey chris, sounds like a great idea...

im based in the midlands, so count me in...

manofcow · 13 July 2009, 01:14 AM

Hi Chris,

Based in Leeds but travel a lot so midlands no problem to me!! Depending on when, would love to be there!!

Cheers

Andy

allanofcalifornia · 13 July 2009, 01:22 AM

You mean we on the other side of the pond cannot also come to this event and have fun?

Allan

magnet_UK · 13 July 2009, 01:36 AM

Nice one Chris

I'm interested too, depends when though as i work shifts (mornings/afters)

Is the AD East or West Mids?

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by allanofcalifornia

You mean we on the other side of the pond cannot also come to this event and have fun?

Allan

You're more than welcome to join in, but I'm not sure whether it's worth a plane ticket :P

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Originally Posted by magnet_UK

Nice one Chris

I'm interested too, depends when though as i work shifts (mornings/afters)

Is the AD East or West Mids?

For you, it'll just be on the black and white side of the A52

It would be an after closing meeting, so we'd be looking at actually going to the AD after 7/8 depending on the night

rcher · 13 July 2009, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Hey all,

As some of you may know, I have an excellent relationship with my local AD, and after speaking to the MDs this weekend, they'd be willing to put on a special evening exclusively for TRF members. This would involve an after hours lock in at the AD, allowing access to models they have in stock, and they'd also be willing to bring in any other models on approval that members wanted to see. The AD in question is based in the Midlands, and is easy to get to by car, train, and even plane

If you might be interested, could you post here, and we can turn this into a real TRF get together. This an amazing opportunity, and I really hope TRF can have a good turn out.

All the best,

Chris

Chris,

Starting Wednesday, I'll be at the Bisley shooting ranges (near Woking) for the next 2-1/2 weeks competing in a rifle match.

I may be able to join in the festivities if I know the date and time....that is if your AD allows yanks on the premises....

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 03:22 AM

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Originally Posted by rcher

Chris,

I'll be at the Bisley shooting ranges (near Woking) for the next 2 weeks, starting Wednesday, for a rifle match.

I may be able to join in the festivities if I know the date and time....that is if your AD allows yanks on the premises....

Unfortunately I don't think I can organise for within the next fortnight, but if you fancy a trip up to say hello anyway, I'm sure they wouldn't mind showing you around

rcher · 13 July 2009, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Unfortunately I don't think I can organise for within the next fortnight, but if you fancy a trip up to say hello anyway, I'm sure they wouldn't mind showing you around

After looking up where the Midlands are located, I would have to say that any other AD excursions will probably be limited to the London area. Any recommendations?

Looking forward to seeing the UK...first trip abroad for me.

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by rcher

After looking up where the Midlands are located, I would have to say that any other AD excursions will probably be limited to the London area. Any recommendations?

Looking forward to seeing the UK...first trip abroad for me.

Yes, it would be a bit of a trek lol. As for London, not sure about ADs, but you should certainly check out the Burlington Arcade, lots of interesting specialist watch shops there

PeterT · 13 July 2009, 06:23 AM

Would this be at Eatons, Derby?

Peter

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by PeterT

Would this be at Eatons, Derby?

Peter

Spot on

SubmarinerMan · 13 July 2009, 09:58 AM

Count me in Chris.

sunnyp · 13 July 2009, 05:42 PM

If I'm free on that day I'll try and pop along - hopefully it'll be on a weekend that I'm free so that I can drive up from London :)

damoyorkie · 13 July 2009, 06:55 PM

Let me know the date Chris, and I will try to get down from York.

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 07:57 PM

Thanks for the interest so far, no date has been set just yet, so I'll tentatively suggest the evening of Saturday the 15th of August. I need to double check with the AD to see if that's going to be possible, but if you could all give me a rough idea of whether that's a possibility or not, that'd be great :)

magnet_UK · 13 July 2009, 08:31 PM

Saturday's would be perfect for me (except 05/09)

The GMT Master · 13 July 2009, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by magnet_UK

Saturday's would be perfect for me (except 05/09)

Cheers Simon

The GMT Master · 14 July 2009, 05:31 AM

Just a quick update, a Saturday isn't going to be possible due to staffing issues, but I have been told that a Monday evening would be perfect for them. Would that be alright for everyone?

PeterT · 14 July 2009, 05:49 AM

What date as the summer hols are looming?

P.

The GMT Master · 14 July 2009, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by PeterT

What date as the summer hols are looming?

P.

Mid August, I was thinking around the 17th, although there will be some flexibility as well if that's a real no go

SubmarinerMan · 14 July 2009, 07:20 AM

I can make it for the 17th! I'm looking forward to it!

magnet_UK · 14 July 2009, 07:26 AM

17th is fine by me as i'm on mornings

Can't do the week before or after

Hope this goes ahead and gets a good turn out.

The GMT Master · 14 July 2009, 08:07 AM

Thanks Matt and Simon, I'll try and push for then if I can. I think it's a great opportunity to meet an awesome group of people, and have a look at some great watches. The AD stocks Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Chronoswiss and Raymond Weil, so there should be something for everyone! Any particular models that anyone would like to see, just so I can give the MDs some time to get them in?

SubmarinerMan · 14 July 2009, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Thanks Matt and Simon, I'll try and push for then if I can. I think it's a great opportunity to meet an awesome group of people, and have a look at some great watches. The AD stocks Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Chronoswiss and Raymond Weil, so there should be something for everyone! Any particular models that anyone would like to see, just so I can give the MDs some time to get them in?

Chris would you be able to see if they will be able to get the New TT Ceramic Subs in.

The GMT Master · 14 July 2009, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by SubmarinerMan

Chris would you be able to see if they will be able to get the New TT Ceramic Subs in.

Might be a long shot, but worth a try. We'll have to see if Rolex UK have gotten hold of the dummy ones that JJ got to see the other day

SubmarinerMan · 14 July 2009, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Might be a long shot, but worth a try. We'll have to see if Rolex UK have gotten hold of the dummy ones that JJ got to see the other day

Thanks Chris!

The GMT Master · 15 July 2009, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SubmarinerMan

Thanks Chris!

I've had a word, and the MDs will make some inquiries, so fingers crossed!

scootnfast · 15 July 2009, 08:04 AM

Great idea, Count me in

Is the date set for the 17th?

The GMT Master · 15 July 2009, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by scootnfast

Great idea, Count me in

Is the date set for the 17th?

Not set in stone, but looking likely

12 July 2009, 09:57 PM	#1
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	To all British TRF Members Hey all, As some of you may know, I have an excellent relationship with my local AD, and after speaking to the MDs this weekend, they'd be willing to put on a special evening exclusively for TRF members. This would involve an after hours lock in at the AD, allowing access to models they have in stock, and they'd also be willing to bring in any other models on approval that members wanted to see. The AD in question is based in the Midlands, and is easy to get to by car, train, and even plane If you might be interested, could you post here, and we can turn this into a real TRF get together. This an amazing opportunity, and I really hope TRF can have a good turn out. All the best, Chris

13 July 2009, 12:20 AM	#2
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,435	hey chris, sounds like a great idea... im based in the midlands, so count me in... __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

13 July 2009, 01:36 AM	#5
magnet_UK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: U.K. Posts: 253	Nice one Chris I'm interested too, depends when though as i work shifts (mornings/afters) Is the AD East or West Mids? __________________ Rolex - 116520 ~ 116710LN ~ 16610LV \| Panerai - PAM00425 ~ PAM00557 \| Tudor 79220N \| Zenith EP Chronomaster 1969

13 July 2009, 09:58 AM	#13
SubmarinerMan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Matt Location: Bedfordshire, UK Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,046	Count me in Chris. __________________ Rolex Submariner 16610 LV 'M'. Rolex Submariner 16610 'M'. Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600. Omega Seamaster 2226.80.00. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 2907.50.91 .

13 July 2009, 08:31 PM	#17
magnet_UK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: U.K. Posts: 253	Saturday's would be perfect for me (except 05/09) __________________ Rolex - 116520 ~ 116710LN ~ 16610LV \| Panerai - PAM00425 ~ PAM00557 \| Tudor 79220N \| Zenith EP Chronomaster 1969

13 July 2009, 01:14 AM	#3
manofcow "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: UK Posts: 87	Hi Chris, Based in Leeds but travel a lot so midlands no problem to me!! Depending on when, would love to be there!! Cheers Andy

13 July 2009, 01:22 AM	#4
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	You mean we on the other side of the pond cannot also come to this event and have fun? Allan

13 July 2009, 06:23 AM	#11
PeterT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: England Watch: 16613 16710 16600 Posts: 1,021	Would this be at Eatons, Derby? Peter

13 July 2009, 05:42 PM	#14
sunnyp "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: London Posts: 54	If I'm free on that day I'll try and pop along - hopefully it'll be on a weekend that I'm free so that I can drive up from London :)

13 July 2009, 06:55 PM	#15
damoyorkie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Damien Location: United Kingdom Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 207	Let me know the date Chris, and I will try to get down from York.

13 July 2009, 07:57 PM	#16
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Thanks for the interest so far, no date has been set just yet, so I'll tentatively suggest the evening of Saturday the 15th of August. I need to double check with the AD to see if that's going to be possible, but if you could all give me a rough idea of whether that's a possibility or not, that'd be great :)

14 July 2009, 05:31 AM	#19
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Just a quick update, a Saturday isn't going to be possible due to staffing issues, but I have been told that a Monday evening would be perfect for them. Would that be alright for everyone?

14 July 2009, 05:49 AM	#20
PeterT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: England Watch: 16613 16710 16600 Posts: 1,021	What date as the summer hols are looming? P.

14 July 2009, 07:20 AM	#22
SubmarinerMan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Matt Location: Bedfordshire, UK Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,046	I can make it for the 17th! I'm looking forward to it! __________________ Rolex Submariner 16610 LV 'M'. Rolex Submariner 16610 'M'. Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600. Omega Seamaster 2226.80.00. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 2907.50.91 .

14 July 2009, 07:26 AM	#23
magnet_UK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: U.K. Posts: 253	17th is fine by me as i'm on mornings Can't do the week before or after Hope this goes ahead and gets a good turn out. __________________ Rolex - 116520 ~ 116710LN ~ 16610LV \| Panerai - PAM00425 ~ PAM00557 \| Tudor 79220N \| Zenith EP Chronomaster 1969

14 July 2009, 08:07 AM	#24
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Thanks Matt and Simon, I'll try and push for then if I can. I think it's a great opportunity to meet an awesome group of people, and have a look at some great watches. The AD stocks Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Chronoswiss and Raymond Weil, so there should be something for everyone! Any particular models that anyone would like to see, just so I can give the MDs some time to get them in?

15 July 2009, 08:04 AM	#29
scootnfast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Staffordshire Watch: Rolex Precision Posts: 32	Great idea, Count me in Is the date set for the 17th?

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